Tutorial: Add a zippered pocket to a purse pattern

I’m a pocket person, especially in my purses. I rely on pockets to keep smaller items, like an SD card or a stray earring, from getting lost in the bottom of my purse. Deby from So Sew Easy shows how you can add a zippered pocket to any purse pattern. Add them to the lining or the outside of your bag – your choice. Being able to add your own pockets where you want and the size you want them to be allows you to create a purse that is custom made for your needs. She includes a written tutorial and a video tutorial. Follow the link below to go to her tutorial:

Add a zipper pocket to any purse pattern, by So Sew Easy

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!